My GD stands for Great Dining. Does yours?
Mixed green salad with steak and blueberries (picture has no nuts) Admittedly, this salad requires a bit more time and effort than some, but the rewards are immense. My husband declared that he'd pay money for this salad. That is high praise. And with Valentine's Day coming up, it's a great way to tell your … Continue reading Mixed Green Salad with Steak and Blueberries
Slow Cooker Pork Chalupas Whenever we would visit my grandparents in Phoenix, there was at least one day when my aunt, uncle, and cousins would come over and we’d all eat dinner together. My grandma insisted on making the dinner by herself, but she had a go-to dinner, which we all loved – chalupas. I … Continue reading Slow Cooker Pork Chalupas
There's no good time to have GD (or diabetes period). No matter when you're pregnant, it feels like you're missing out on something. But don't let that discourage you. You're in charge of what foods go into your body. Remember, my GD stands for Great Dining, and I'm here to help come up with ideas … Continue reading Tomato Soup
... throw in everything but the kitchen sink to make a salad. Or a tortilla wrap. In this case, I made a salad. (The wrap idea was hindsight while I was writing this.) There are times when pregnant that hunger hits you or with GD it's time to eat and you've got nothing. Whether you … Continue reading When the Fridge is Bare…
Food in Literature Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder Johnny cakes on the skillet Johnny cakes with bacon A good book will transport you to another land. Reading can take you to any place or to any time without leaving the comfort of your favorite reading chair. Many travelers will tell … Continue reading Johnny Cakes
As a kid, my mom could never get a vegetable in me or my brother no matter how she tried. In our defense, though, she only popped open cans or ripped open bags of frozen vegetables. There’s a time and a place for both canned and frozen vegetables. But every single night of canned green … Continue reading Roasted vegetables with balsamic drizzle
Skillet Asparagus, pictured with Mock Lasagna Casserole I have a delicious baked asparagus with Parmesan recipe that I was planning to make one evening for dinner but, when I opened my refrigerator, I realized we didn't have any Parmesan. It also occurred to me that I was already using my oven and the baking temperatures … Continue reading Skillet Asparagus with Lemon & Garlic
Can you identify the complex carbs in this grocery basket? You read and hear everywhere that carbs are bad. What you rarely hear, however, is that carbs are a vital part of your diet. Your body needs carbohydrates. Their primary function is to supply your body with energy. I don't know about you, but I … Continue reading Carbohydrates: Understanding the Misunderstood Nutrient
Finding diabetic-friendly options can be difficult. My husband and I found these products that worked for us. Try them and see if they work for you! Breads, buns, tortillas Flatout: Multigrain with Flax Flatbread, CarbDown productsFood for Life (Ezekiel bread)La Tortilla Factory: low carb tortillasOroweat's Sandwich Thins Rolls Flours, meals, grains Bob's Red Mill (Not … Continue reading Diabetic-Friendly Brands and Products
Happy new year! In the past, I’d never considered a new year resolution. I felt they were cliché and typically broken from what I understand. However, this year I’ve decided to start making new year resolutions revolving around being healthier. My decision began when it occurred to me recently that I have a bad habit. … Continue reading New Year Resolution 2020
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